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Certifications

I became certified in 2005, only 3 years after becoming an RN. It was a personal challenge for me, and I never dreamed I would pass the exam so early in my career. My certification has opened so many doors for me, primarily giving me an advantage when applying for jobs. Everyone wants a certified nurse on their staff! I am SO proud to hold the ONC credential!

Maureen Wedepohl, BSN, RN, ONC

Orthopaedic CNS certification validates my knowledge and enables me to be the APN resource for nurses on my unit. My OCNS-C credential helps me to be an important resource for our executive director and service line vice president as we work to refine our joint replacement program.

Diane Ryzner, RN, APN, CNS, OCNS-C®

ONCB has provided extensive information about orthopaedic nursing and given me confidence in my practice. As one of the first orthopaedic-certified, I have even had doctors come to me for information. Thank you, ONCB!

Linda Altizer, MSN, RN, ONC

I obtained my certification in 1991…it was the catalyst to lifelong learning and professional growth in orthopaedic nursing.

Charla Johnson, MSN, RN, ONC®

I obtained my orthopaedic certification because my unit encouraged and supported me in this endeavor. This certification has ensured I am actively continuing my education, staying abreast of the newest practice trends, and expanding my knowledge in areas I don’t commonly encounter. I wear my ONC pin on my badge with pride, like the Navy SEALs wear their trident. I have moved my practice from my original orthopaedic unit to Hospital Pain Management, but I still consider myself an ortho nurse first. About half my patients have orthopaedic diagnoses.

Aimee Reyes, BSN, ONC

I took the first certification! My ONC opened many doors for me…I am so proud of my ONC!

Karen Kellam, BSN, RN, ONC®

I was encouraged by my leadership to get my orthopedic certification in 2010, just a couple years after becoming a nurse. Becoming certified helped me to be more confident in my profession. I am very passionate about continuing my education and keeping my certification up and to help my coworkers to become certified. I love being an orthopaedic-certified nurse!

Jody Pearcy, RN, ONC®

I decided to become certified for the knowledge; what better way to learn than to study for an certification exam? I love orthopedics and wanted to further my knowledge so I can assist the patient to a better outcome. Having this certification backs up the experience I have gained over the years of being an orthopedic nurse.

Cynthia Seaman, BSN, RN, ONC, CMSRN

My OCNS-C was an essential element when I applied for my APRN license in DC. DC had just begun a program in which clinical nurse specialists could apply for APRN licenses. The OCNS-C certificate helped me obtain this license. I was then able to get a 5% raise and a new position within my organization.

Amy B. Harris, MSN, RN, OCNS-C

I decided to obtain an orthopaedic certification because orthopaedics affects almost every aspect of nursing care and patients from every age group. My certification is important to my organization and especially important for organizations that have achieved or are trying to achieve Magnet.

Ann Marie Driessche, BSN, RN, ONC®

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ONCB advances the care of the orthopaedic patient and promotes excellence in specialty nursing practice by encouraging professional development and clinical practice. Click on one of the links below to find out more.